Thematic focus: This is a Nordic research summit for leadership, diversity and equality. Take part in dialogue on how diversity and gender equality are key factors in creating a competitive edge in Nordic research.

The summit will highlight the Nordic paradox where equal access to employment and politics coexists with inequality for women in academia. This inequality challenges the goal of excellence in Nordic research.

The work of the KIF Committee has revealed challenges related to inclusion of international scholars and a need to encourage young scholars with immigrant background to join research institutions.

Dissemination: Please convey information about our conference to persons in your network with expertise or interest in research, equality and diversity.

Please consider placing information about the conference in a newsletter or events calendar.

Organisations involved: The summit is arranged under the banner of Norway’s presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers 2017 and is supported by the Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research and NordForsk.